Watchdog Piece Suggests Toxic Compound Diacetyl May Pose Risk to Roasters’ Health

A report from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinal suggests commercial coffee roasteries may be putting the lung health of their employees at risk through exposure to a toxic chemical compound known as diacetyl. Diacetyl, known for a buttery flavor, is a chemical compound found in many foods and drinks, such as beer, wine and yogurt, and the United States Food and Drug Administration maintains that […]